Here's a brief snippet on interviewing for a panel. This may consist of an alum on the program or organization, a specialist in the area and a scholar or a combination of the three.
1. If the application required an essay, remember what you wrote!
2. Spend time practicing answers to possible questions. Interviewers usually ask questions that will help them understand whether or not you're a good fit for the program. Tell the panel about your adaptability, how would you handle certain challenging situations, what qualities make you stand apart from others, etc. Be prepared for some curve ball questions too. Get friends to ask questions and to really grill you!
3. When answering, be concise but also elaborate so they can get the best picture of who you are.
4. Dress in your best business attire. This may seem obvious, but often is not followed correctly.
5. Show up early. Bring something calming to occupy your time while you wait. Practice beforehand but don't practice immediately before. We all have different styles, but you want to be genuine and not over polished or too stressed when the interviewers meet you.
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